Procurement Manager in Northampton

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Your new company\n\nYou will be joining a large, established UK organisation where Procurement is a strategic enabler, supports enterprise‑wide transformation, and is central to the organisation's future.\n\nYour new role\n\nAs Senior Procurement Manager for IT, you will lead the strategic sourcing, contracting and supplier management of a broad technology portfolio. This includes cloud services, software licensing, cybersecurity, data platforms, telecommunications and outsourced IT services. You will work closely with senior IT and transformation stakeholders, influencing major technology initiatives from an early stage.

You will ensure strong governance, value for money, compliant sourcing and effective supplier performance management. The role also includes line management of one direct report, supporting capability development and delivery of procurement activity.\n\nKey responsibilities include:\n\nDeveloping and delivering IT category strategies\nLeading complex IT sourcing and RFP processes\nNegotiating high‑value technology contracts and frameworks\nManaging key suppliers through SLAs, KPIs and governance reviews\nEnsuring compliance with third‑party risk requirements\nProviding spend, savings and commercial insight to senior leadershipWhat you'll need to succeed\n\nExtensive experience in IT procurement or commercial management\nStrong knowledge of cloud, SaaS, software licensing, IT outsourcing and cybersecurity\nProven experience supporting large technology transformation programmes\nDemonstrated success negotiating complex, high‑value IT contracts\nStrong commercial, analytical and senior stakeholder management skills\nExperience working in complex enterprise technology environmentsWhat you'll get in return\n\nA senior, high‑impact role shaping IT procurement strategy\nExposure to major technology investments and transformation programmes\nStrong visibility with senior leadership\nA collaborative, purpose‑driven organisation committed to professional excellenceApply now\n\nIf you are a senior IT procurement professional looking to influence strategic technology sourcing, apply now to take the next step in your career.\n\nHays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)